Limited-Time Exhibition – Exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion

Just in time for Halloween, spiders are arriving from around the globe this fall for a limited-time engagement, Spiders Around the World, exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion. Engage with stunning, vibrant, and awe-inspiring tarantulas and walk amongst visually striking, exquisite, and free-roaming Orb Weavers spinning their intricate webs in Spider Zone!

This year’s Halloween-inspired spider collection showcases dozens of spider species to encourage guests to face their fears, and fall in love with these incredible arachnids. Some of the featured spiders you’ll get to see this year are the Colombian Pumpkin Patch Tarantula, Skeleton Leg Tarantula, Brazilian Fire Red Bird Eater, and more!  

Spider Zone

Butterfly Pavilion also invites guests to engage with some new friends in Spider Zone, an exotic enclosure filled with hundreds of free-roaming orb-weaving spiders. Taking over a portion of the Wings of the Tropics ’s butterfly conservatory, guests can walk amongst spiders with no glass, and no barriers, just you and hundreds of magnificent Orb weavers spinning their webs all around you. Discover their brilliance and significance during this special exhibition celebrating spiders and the incredible impact they make in our world. 

Bug-A-Boo Trick-Or-Treating

Join us this October for a spook-tacular trick-or-treating adventure at Butterfly Pavilion’s annual Halloween extravaganza—Bug-A-Boo! Bug-A-Boo welcomes families from across Colorado to enjoy a safe, indoor, and stress-free trick-or-treating experience. Children of all ages are invited to come in costume during the last two weekends of October and after-hours on October 31 to discover the magic of the invertebrate world while visiting candy and toy stations throughout the zoo. 

Bug-A-Boo Dates: 

Bug-A-Boo: October 18, 19, 25, and 26, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

After-Hours Bug-A-Boo: October 31, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Spiders Around the World Photo Contest

Calling all photographers and spider enthusiasts! Capture the beauty and mystery of spiders and enter Butterfly Pavilion’s Spiders Around the World Photo Contest. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is your chance to showcase your talent and passion for these incredible arachnids by submitting your best spider photo. Our giveaway sponsor, Mike’s Camera, will judge the competition in collaboration with Butterfly Pavilion, so impress the experts and compete for some fantastic prizes! 

Learn more: HERE

Programs and Events

Unlock unique and unforgettable experiences with back-to-back programs that invite you to explore our exhibits, discover the magic of spiders, and enjoy meaningful time with friends and family. Butterfly Pavilion’s commitment to research, conservation, education, and creating fun, engaging experiences for all aligns perfectly with our Spiders Around the World programs—including Flashlight Tours, Arachnology Classes, Guided Tours, and more.

Pour and Explore: Nature’s Most Deadly: September 18, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Spider Biology Course with Paula Cushing: 6 Sessions September 30 – October 14

Spiders After Dark: An Exclusive Tour with Entomologist Cori Brant: October 16, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Flashlight Tours: October 17, October 18,  October 19, October 24 (Adults Only), October 25, October 26

Tarantula Pinning with the Terrorium Shop: October 18, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m

Creepy Crawly Critters – Homeschool Day: October 21, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Discover the Deadly Side of Plants: A Tropical Butterfly Conservatory Tour: October 23, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Invertebrates and Music Walk: Halloween Edition: October 28, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Stay tuned for more information on Spiders Around the World 2025!